RCB secure top spot in IPL despite heavy defeat

May 22, 2026 · 6:16 PM UTC ·1 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 23 views

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a top-two finish in the Indian Premier League despite suffering a 55-run defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad. Both teams had already qualified for the playoffs, but RCB needed to score at least 166 runs to maintain their top spot. They managed to post 200-4, ensuring their place in the upcoming Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Giants.

Key facts

▪RCB finished in the top two of the IPL despite a loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad.
▪Sunrisers scored 255-4 with notable performances from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen.
▪RCB needed at least 166 runs to secure their top spot and achieved 200-4 in response.

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▪ IPL: RCB secure top-two berth despite 55 runs crushing defeat to SRH — Times of India — Top

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Publication time	Fri, 22 May 2026 18:16:54 +0000
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